Current Projects

[NoStepOnSnek]

I figured I’d start a thread for some current projects everyone is working on. Help other guys get some ideas rolling and just a drop spot if you don’t want to make a dedicated thread.

Right now my current projects are:
Restocking a No.1 458 Win Mag (first time)

Building out an AR-10 in 308 for hog/deer
Constant tinkering with my go to AR-15

Planned projects:
The “Dixie Safari Rifle”, basically taking the Model 70 from my grandad and making it a DG style rifle for the southeast. Planning on rechambering it to be 458 Socom, express sights, barrel band, etc.

Feel free to share y’all’s projects, share tips, etc

 

[steve white]

I'm beginning my first Alkanet London finish on a favorite rifle.
I rust blue just about everything, and do it myself by the acid fume method.

 

[BayouRobert]

I figured I’d start a thread for some current projects everyone is working on. Help other guys get some ideas rolling and just a drop spot if you don’t want to make a dedicated thread.

Right now my current projects are:
Restocking a No.1 458 Win Mag (first time)
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Building out an AR-10 in 308 for hog/deer
Constant tinkering with my go to AR-15

Planned projects:
The “Dixie Safari Rifle”, basically taking the Model 70 from my grandad and making it a DG style rifle for the southeast. Planning on rechambering it to be 458 Socom, express sights, barrel band, etc.

Feel free to share y’all’s projects, share tips, etc

Beautifully matched butt stock and forend. Should be stunning when completed. What a project!

 

[Altitude sickness]

Working a steamer trunk. Replacing the leather trunk straps. And some tacks. It will either be a toy box. Or I’ll line it with red cedar

 

[Bob Nelson 35Whelen]

The only project I'm working on at the moment is with my physical therapy to get my knee back in shape to get out bush again. Slow process but we will get there.
Bob

 

[Rare Breed]

I know the feeling…it’s hell getting older Bob!!!

 

[farmer_john]

I'm beginning my first Alkanet London finish on a favorite rifle.
I rust blue just about everything, and do it myself by the acid fume method.

What process are you using?

 

[BruceS]

I figured I’d start a thread for some current projects everyone is working on. Help other guys get some ideas rolling and just a drop spot if you don’t want to make a dedicated thread.

Right now my current projects are:
Restocking a No.1 458 Win Mag (first time)
View attachment 760903
Building out an AR-10 in 308 for hog/deer
Constant tinkering with my go to AR-15

Planned projects:
The “Dixie Safari Rifle”, basically taking the Model 70 from my grandad and making it a DG style rifle for the southeast. Planning on rechambering it to be 458 Socom, express sights, barrel band, etc.

Feel free to share y’all’s projects, share tips, etc

Finishing a new stock for pre64 win in 300 win mag and doing final metal work on a 404jeffery.

 

[Bob Nelson 35Whelen]

I know the feeling…it’s hell getting older Bob!!!

@Rare Breed
Getting older definitely but ain't getting any wiser.
My other knee will need doing in the next 12 months. Some say I should have got both done at once but I'm to big of a wimp. There's only so much pain I can take in one go.
Getting it done with the MAKO robot assistance sure speeds up recovery and reduces trauma to the surrounding areas and accurate to within 0.3mm. Even after only 4 weeks I'm walking without any aids and have almost full movement.
Bob

 

[BayouRobert]

@Rare Breed
Getting older definitely but ain't getting any wiser.
My other knee will need doing in the next 12 months. Some say I should have got both done at once but I'm to big of a wimp. There's only so much pain I can take in one go.
Getting it done with the MAKO robot assistance sure speeds up recovery and reduces trauma to the surrounding areas and accurate to within 0.3mm. Even after only 4 weeks I'm walking without any aids and have almost full movement.
Bob

This is so nice to hear. Gives me hope for when my turn comes!